Hello Dolly and Starlight Express are my 2 fave shows of the year (along with Spirited Away). Hadestown and Next to Normal were both outstanding, even if I didn’t love them quite as much. Not a big fan of Two Strangers, and haven’t seen the last two, although I really have no excuse for one since I live in Woolwich. Will put it on my list.
@mccafferyfamilyКүн бұрын
I'll be back in London in Dec 8-19 for work and definitely hoping to catch Hadestown, Starlight Express, and Oliver revival then. Normally I don't get travel dates until a month before, so hopefully this time I can plan a bit better with more advanced notice. Disappointed to just miss Hello Dolly ... I didn't make it to these others but for me top shows I saw this year were Next To Normal and People, Places and Things. I want to try some smaller theatres outside the London West End this time ...
@richardmccarthy9580Күн бұрын
Well slightly curious….. seen about 15-20 shows yet none are on your list but have tickets for 3 of the shows in the forthcoming weeks….so “best is yet to come” !…..of the shows I’ve seen and are still playing, Guys and Dolls would be the one I definitely want to see again before it closes Ps if several shows are closing in Sept, is there clarity what’s replacing them…… and maybe plan for (Curious about Devil wears Prada)
@KristinaEmilyOfficialКүн бұрын
That’s exciting that you have 3 from this list coming up! ☺️ which ones? Keep me posted how you like them! I’ve included Guys & Dolls in my best shows of 2023 video so couldn’t include it again but it’s one of my favourites too (same with Standing at the Sky’s Edge and Stranger Things) ! There are some shows which I loved that closed (The Picture of Dorian Grey) or are closing soon (People, Places & Things, Romeo & Juliet) so didn’t want to include those either as people wouldn’t be able to see them if they watch the video.
@richardmccarthy9580Күн бұрын
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial Two Strangers and Hadestown (Aug) and Hello Dolly (Sept). Since Thursday, saw A Chorus Line (Tour ….wish I had known the storyline beforehand but still good), Mean Girls (exceeded my low expectations!) and Phantom (one of final performances before new cast….music was great as ever but acting/production was best I’ve seen….having seen it probably 20+ times over 30 years !
@Armadillo312Күн бұрын
Can't believe I'm only seen Next to normal of all these - although I do have '2 strangers' booked. 😃 Feel like I'm falling behind haha Starlight express has been so polarising that it has put me a bit off watching it. On another note - I'm surprised People, places and things didn't make top 7. Not as good as these?
@KristinaEmilyOfficialКүн бұрын
I can’t believe either haha 😅 but that’s good cause you still have some time to see them! People, places & things is fantastic and defo in my top 3 this year but it’s closing in 10 days so wanted to focus on shows people can see for at least another month or longer!
@KristinaEmilyOfficialКүн бұрын
Also just realised I haven’t come back to you about Starlight - it’s definitely not my favourite story and music but the production is great and fun! It’s an experience worth seeing but it really depends on the relationship you have with this musical as I can totally see why some people can’t stomach it 😅
@Armadillo312Күн бұрын
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial I did actually watch it in the previous run but it's been so long that I can't remember anything, and it has changed a lot, so it's essentially the same as not having seen it.
@Armadillo312Күн бұрын
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial I wish I didn't have 4 shows booked during that time 🤣
@jshaers96Күн бұрын
I definitely agree about Hadestown. I"m going to go and see it again. There really isn't a dull moment in it. I didn't know anything about it going in either. It's one of those rare shows where everything just works.
@KristinaEmilyOfficialКүн бұрын
I really think it’s worth seeing twice. There might be a cast change incoming soon so I’ll probably try and see it in August again. 😊
@jshaers96Күн бұрын
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial I didn't know about the cast change. Thanks, I'd better book to see it again soon.
@StrangerThings1-0-12 күн бұрын
I went a few weeks ago, the special effects were 'alright'. I loved the plot point of the show and the actors were genuinely amazing 🎉 but on the website it say no under-5s. Would definitely say no under 12s. The horror and gore was extreme for the little kids there. And including me! and the good part about watching Stranger Things on Netflix is if it gets a bit too much, you can pause it or fast forward. In real life, you can't do that. I had to leave the theatre with 20 minutes left of the show, while i was having a panic attack. The employees were co caring and considerate. I watched the rest of the show on a TV screen they had in the lobby. We also paid £200 for front row seats. So definitely use the app this video talks about 😂😂
@KristinaEmilyOfficial2 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear you have to leave cause of a panic attack! It’s a scary show and I totally agree with you that under 12s is a more appropriate age restriction. Also it’s pretty long and dark and that doesn’t help. Sounds like you’ve enjoyed it overall! I’m excited to see if this story in any way is referenced to in the final series!
@StrangerThings1-0-12 күн бұрын
@KristinaEmilyOfficial 100% agree 👍 there's no escape from it if you feel uncomfortable. I think it was the fact that I was so on edge the whole time that triggered me. I absolutely can't wait for the final seasoooonnn!!!
@123malichi4 күн бұрын
I saw in London and it’s amazing……stripped back,raw,and you feel Norma Desmond❤
@KristinaEmilyOfficial4 күн бұрын
I also enjoyed it being minimalist! Pretty good production!
@TomPolymathPR5 күн бұрын
Just found your channel. Thanks for highlighting the dates. I'll be sure to check it out. Have a great day.
@KristinaEmilyOfficialКүн бұрын
Thank you for checking out my channel and commenting! ☺️
@fp30e6 күн бұрын
Barbara Streisand was the best Dolly for me
@KristinaEmilyOfficialКүн бұрын
I need to watch the movieee! Looks spectacular 😍
@dianesilva10786 күн бұрын
I'm so glad to see these reviews. I remember going to see the movie with Barbara Streisand on Boxing Day when I was 6 and it holds such nostalgic memories for me. I'm going to see Imelda in it next week at the Palladium and am now really looking forward to it.
@KristinaEmilyOfficialКүн бұрын
So glad the review can help! Awh that’s such a beautiful memory! I hope you enjoyed the show! 😊
@benedictlam75826 күн бұрын
Thanks for this review - was meant to see this a few weeks ago but on the night we went their rotating table was broken so the show was cancelled! Have rebooked to see in a few weeks. Stephanie J Block, Adrian Dunbar and Charlie Stemp sold it for me (like you, I'm not that familiar with the musical).
@KristinaEmilyOfficial6 күн бұрын
Oh no! Sorry to hear that the show was cancelled. But yes that rotating thing is pretty crucial for the set so not surprised they had to cancel it. 😔 glad to hear you found my review useful, it’s a fun show to watch so hope you enjoy it!
@benedictlam75827 күн бұрын
Definitely the musical of the year - if you only get to see one musical this year - make it this one (if there are any affordable tickets left!). Imelda is a force of nature!
@KristinaEmilyOfficial7 күн бұрын
I agree! One of my favourites I’ve seen this year!
@benedictlam75827 күн бұрын
This one and Starlight Express...two must sees for 2024!!!
@KristinaEmilyOfficial7 күн бұрын
@@benedictlam7582 you are literally predicting my next video! I went to see Starlight last week and was blown away!
@benedictlam75827 күн бұрын
I saw Dolly on Friday and then starlight yesterday...feel like I've been to a music(al) festival and still buzzing today. I'm going to do insta reel of starlight tonight. It was such a spectacle and fantastic in its own way (completely different to Dolly of course) :)
@KristinaEmilyOfficial7 күн бұрын
@@benedictlam7582 haha love that! we are on a very similar theatre schedule! :)
@HedwigTaube8 күн бұрын
I love KmK and this is an outstanding production. Of course it is not modern, it's from 1948, why would everything have to suit our time?
@KristinaEmilyOfficial8 күн бұрын
I agree with you that this is a good production but I just couldn't relate to it and I think that was the missing piece for me personally which made me not love it despite it being a good production with a stellar cast.
@vickifriend928510 күн бұрын
Imelda Staunton, you’re just fabulous. I’ve seen this show 3 times already and I’ve more tickets! Actually the whole cast is wonderful, I loved Andy Nyman as Topol, not so much so as Horrace Vandergelder.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial8 күн бұрын
That’s amazing! Can’t believe you’ve already managed to see it 3 times. I will definitely try see it once again. ☺️ so glad to hear you’ve loved it so much!!
@terrybamber388311 күн бұрын
Who is this review aimed at, 5 year olds?
@tonydixon270612 күн бұрын
And as per usual, not one mention of the Orchestral musicians sat down in the pit, playing 8 shows per week !!!
@KristinaEmilyOfficial11 күн бұрын
You are so right! The orchestra for Hello Dolly was exceptional and I can’t believe I didn’t mention that in my review in more detail. I was absolutely amazed by how beautiful they sounded.
@butacabrown12 күн бұрын
I went twice already, I LOVE that they included "Just Leave Everything to Me" which is not usually (maybe never before) in the musical and was written for Barbra Streisand when she did the movie. Overall, I liked that this production is closer to the film than previous theatre productions. You can notice that in the voice arrangements, choreographies and the personality of some characters. I am so happy they didn't fall into the "iconic" moments and costumes and they went for something different, which makes it so refreshing.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial11 күн бұрын
Twice already? Wow! Is this one of your favourite musicals? So glad to hear you enjoyed it so much! It’s a fantastic show 😍
@butacabrown11 күн бұрын
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial It is not one of my favourite musicals but I have booked in advanced for Tuesday and then my friend asked me if I wanted to go on Wednesday and we found excellent tickets so why not 😀
@KristinaEmilyOfficial10 күн бұрын
@@butacabrown haha amazing! Love that!
@KristinaEmilyOfficial13 күн бұрын
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@KristinaEmilyOfficial13 күн бұрын
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@PineappleOnPizza6913 күн бұрын
Spiderman vs Kingkong
@thomasscottwilliams667214 күн бұрын
I cannot wait to see this, I know this will be a tough watch but I really think that this is what theatre can do, bringing a lens to sensitive issues, with superb acting
@KristinaEmilyOfficial13 күн бұрын
When are you seeing it? It closes in August so be quick to grab tickets. Denise is unbelievably good! Definitely a tough subject but the story's brilliantly executed.
@thomasscottwilliams667214 күн бұрын
I’m so excited to see this in a few weeks time, it’s brilliant that such stories can be used through a musical 😊
@KristinaEmilyOfficial13 күн бұрын
It's a fantastic show! I really hope you enjoy it. 😊
@thomasscottwilliams667214 күн бұрын
I saw imelda Staunton in follies and she was brilliant, I cannot wait to see her on Wednesday, this is not normally my type of show but I know she will carry the show, plus the great orchestra will really bring an additional level of sound.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial13 күн бұрын
So exciting you are seeing the show on Wednesday! Totally, I felt the same but really loved it as you can see. ☺ looking forward to hearing what you think!
@kaitlynrowena546314 күн бұрын
Goin on the final night cos I knew she’d definitely be at that performance 😂
@KristinaEmilyOfficial14 күн бұрын
Haha that’s for sure! ☺️ hope they extend it tho!
@jandreid202314 күн бұрын
If you have seen "Wall-E" you've probably heard two of the songs from "Hello, Dolly!" being sung in that film.
@treesny15 күн бұрын
I highly recommend that anyone wanting to learn the history of Hello, Dolly! start this video at 1:08, as the camera pans down the story of how a British one-act play written in 1835 evolved into a smash Broadway musical in 1964. (You'll need to stop-and-start, but the whole text is in focus.) Michael Stewart's book for Hello, Dolly! stays remarkably close to the characters and plot in Thornton Wilder's The Matchmaker, including -- remarkably -- that three of the characters have lost their spouses (Dolly Gallagher Levi, Horace Vandergelder and Irene Molloy) and are looking to marry again. Wilder loved the old theatrical farces of his youth, with all their plot contrivances, and Jerry Herman's music and lyrics evoke the effervescent spirit of vaudeville superbly.
@TheGadgetPanda15 күн бұрын
Definitely my favourite show of the year, and pretty much jumped into my all-time top-five shows ever. You're so right about Imelda Staunton, she was nigh on perfect. And the sets, the production, everything. Perfect!
@KristinaEmilyOfficial15 күн бұрын
That's such a high praise! I'm so glad to hear you've had a great time and share my opinion! Such a fantastic production! 😊
@user-ko6pz3sf4n15 күн бұрын
Looking forward to seeing this next month at my favourite theatre, the beautiful London Palladium, The 1969 film version is incredible and well worth watching one of the most expensive movies ever made due to the sets 😀🎵
@KristinaEmilyOfficial15 күн бұрын
I need to watch it! I knew very little about it but am totally hooked now. ☺️ hope you have the best time!
@hamzajahanzebuk19 күн бұрын
It's "Eleanor Worthington-Cox", not Elizabeth.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial19 күн бұрын
@@hamzajahanzebuk 🤦🏻♀️ I stand corrected. Thank you for spotting that - I will add a note to correct it.
@atuljoshi199020 күн бұрын
just saw this last friday - top 10 production of all time...I'll be really surprised if it doesn't also move back to Broadway at some point (when I'll see it again!). can you believe I almost went to Kiss me Kate instead of this? yikes crisis averted.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial19 күн бұрын
Love this!! That’s a really high praise! So glad to hear you’ve enjoyed it and agreed - better choice than Kiss me Kate 😂 (not to diss that production but think it’s completely different vibe).
@anneupton777621 күн бұрын
I saw this when it was at the Donmar and it blew me away. It's not the type of thing that would normally appeal to me but it brought tears to my eyes several times. All the cast are fantastic and a certain plot point caught me completely by surprise. The set looks pretty similar to when it was at the Donmar. The central unit there turned round at times there, I don't know if it still does at Wyndhams. I would love to see it again but living far away from London there are too many other plays, etc that I want to see to be able to fit this in to my visits. I would urge other people to see it even if the subject doesn't appeal as it is well worth it.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial21 күн бұрын
Ahh I bet seeing this at Donmar was pretty special. Yes - the central point turns a bit so it sounds like it's very a very similar set up to how it was before. Given that the cast is the same, I think what you've experienced in Donmar is very close (if not better) to the West End transfer so totally appreciate you might want to prioritise other shows. ☺
@mccafferyfamily21 күн бұрын
I come to London twice a year for work and cram in the shows, I'm so glad I saw it recently. I saw about 20 shows in London last year and it has been my fav seen so far, the cast is just so exceptional, as is the musical direction.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial21 күн бұрын
I'm so glad to hear you've enjoyed this show and you managed to see it when you visited London! Wow - 20 shows in two visits is amazing, well done! Hope you get to see some great new shows this year too!
@tomfool2321 күн бұрын
I also saw this about a month ago. And I think I felt much the same as you having come off Burnt City. I had to work to think of it as an interesting contrast to Burnt City (small & intimate vs massive and overwhelming, specific and controlled vs an experience unique to each visitor etc) rather than directly measuring the one against the other. I think it’s lovely though. A very dreamlike little mysterious treasure that I’m glad I experienced.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial21 күн бұрын
I totally share your opinion. I can't say I didn't enjoy Viola's Room but having experienced the Burnt City, it was hard not to expect more of it.
@Armadillo31222 күн бұрын
This musical gets rave reviews all over the place. I think I have to move up my 'to watch' list 😃 Great review as always.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial22 күн бұрын
It’s worth it! It’s a pretty special watch, especially with the current cast. Hope you manage to see it! 😊 and thank youuu!
@Armadillo3129 күн бұрын
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial Went last night. Great show, but I was a bit underwhelmed by the ending. Seemed a bit rushed. Really good voices though and strong narrative.
@KristinaEmilyOfficial8 күн бұрын
@@Armadillo312 glad to hear you've mostly enjoyed it by the sounds of it. The cast is definitely the highlight for me too, and yes I'd agree that the narrative is really strong with some really incredible numbers!
@jackwhite554622 күн бұрын
I'm guessing this is in your house but if you told me this was a karaoke booth i wouldn't be surprised! you created a cool mood with that light :D
@KristinaEmilyOfficial22 күн бұрын
@@jackwhite5546 ha! Wish this was in my house - it’s a studio I book to practice and it has this funky light setting. Wanted it to be a bit extraterrestrial 👽
@jackwhite554622 күн бұрын
@KristinaEmilyOfficial ahh that's really cool! I feel like it wouldn't be too hard to set that up at yours too, I wan to find this funky light online now :p
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What are you seeing August 5th?
Hello Dolly and Starlight Express are my 2 fave shows of the year (along with Spirited Away). Hadestown and Next to Normal were both outstanding, even if I didn’t love them quite as much. Not a big fan of Two Strangers, and haven’t seen the last two, although I really have no excuse for one since I live in Woolwich. Will put it on my list.
I'll be back in London in Dec 8-19 for work and definitely hoping to catch Hadestown, Starlight Express, and Oliver revival then. Normally I don't get travel dates until a month before, so hopefully this time I can plan a bit better with more advanced notice. Disappointed to just miss Hello Dolly ... I didn't make it to these others but for me top shows I saw this year were Next To Normal and People, Places and Things. I want to try some smaller theatres outside the London West End this time ...
Well slightly curious….. seen about 15-20 shows yet none are on your list but have tickets for 3 of the shows in the forthcoming weeks….so “best is yet to come” !…..of the shows I’ve seen and are still playing, Guys and Dolls would be the one I definitely want to see again before it closes Ps if several shows are closing in Sept, is there clarity what’s replacing them…… and maybe plan for (Curious about Devil wears Prada)
That’s exciting that you have 3 from this list coming up! ☺️ which ones? Keep me posted how you like them! I’ve included Guys & Dolls in my best shows of 2023 video so couldn’t include it again but it’s one of my favourites too (same with Standing at the Sky’s Edge and Stranger Things) ! There are some shows which I loved that closed (The Picture of Dorian Grey) or are closing soon (People, Places & Things, Romeo & Juliet) so didn’t want to include those either as people wouldn’t be able to see them if they watch the video.
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial Two Strangers and Hadestown (Aug) and Hello Dolly (Sept). Since Thursday, saw A Chorus Line (Tour ….wish I had known the storyline beforehand but still good), Mean Girls (exceeded my low expectations!) and Phantom (one of final performances before new cast….music was great as ever but acting/production was best I’ve seen….having seen it probably 20+ times over 30 years !
Can't believe I'm only seen Next to normal of all these - although I do have '2 strangers' booked. 😃 Feel like I'm falling behind haha Starlight express has been so polarising that it has put me a bit off watching it. On another note - I'm surprised People, places and things didn't make top 7. Not as good as these?
I can’t believe either haha 😅 but that’s good cause you still have some time to see them! People, places & things is fantastic and defo in my top 3 this year but it’s closing in 10 days so wanted to focus on shows people can see for at least another month or longer!
Also just realised I haven’t come back to you about Starlight - it’s definitely not my favourite story and music but the production is great and fun! It’s an experience worth seeing but it really depends on the relationship you have with this musical as I can totally see why some people can’t stomach it 😅
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial I did actually watch it in the previous run but it's been so long that I can't remember anything, and it has changed a lot, so it's essentially the same as not having seen it.
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial I wish I didn't have 4 shows booked during that time 🤣
I definitely agree about Hadestown. I"m going to go and see it again. There really isn't a dull moment in it. I didn't know anything about it going in either. It's one of those rare shows where everything just works.
I really think it’s worth seeing twice. There might be a cast change incoming soon so I’ll probably try and see it in August again. 😊
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial I didn't know about the cast change. Thanks, I'd better book to see it again soon.
I went a few weeks ago, the special effects were 'alright'. I loved the plot point of the show and the actors were genuinely amazing 🎉 but on the website it say no under-5s. Would definitely say no under 12s. The horror and gore was extreme for the little kids there. And including me! and the good part about watching Stranger Things on Netflix is if it gets a bit too much, you can pause it or fast forward. In real life, you can't do that. I had to leave the theatre with 20 minutes left of the show, while i was having a panic attack. The employees were co caring and considerate. I watched the rest of the show on a TV screen they had in the lobby. We also paid £200 for front row seats. So definitely use the app this video talks about 😂😂
Sorry to hear you have to leave cause of a panic attack! It’s a scary show and I totally agree with you that under 12s is a more appropriate age restriction. Also it’s pretty long and dark and that doesn’t help. Sounds like you’ve enjoyed it overall! I’m excited to see if this story in any way is referenced to in the final series!
@KristinaEmilyOfficial 100% agree 👍 there's no escape from it if you feel uncomfortable. I think it was the fact that I was so on edge the whole time that triggered me. I absolutely can't wait for the final seasoooonnn!!!
I saw in London and it’s amazing……stripped back,raw,and you feel Norma Desmond❤
I also enjoyed it being minimalist! Pretty good production!
Just found your channel. Thanks for highlighting the dates. I'll be sure to check it out. Have a great day.
Thank you for checking out my channel and commenting! ☺️
Barbara Streisand was the best Dolly for me
I need to watch the movieee! Looks spectacular 😍
I'm so glad to see these reviews. I remember going to see the movie with Barbara Streisand on Boxing Day when I was 6 and it holds such nostalgic memories for me. I'm going to see Imelda in it next week at the Palladium and am now really looking forward to it.
So glad the review can help! Awh that’s such a beautiful memory! I hope you enjoyed the show! 😊
Thanks for this review - was meant to see this a few weeks ago but on the night we went their rotating table was broken so the show was cancelled! Have rebooked to see in a few weeks. Stephanie J Block, Adrian Dunbar and Charlie Stemp sold it for me (like you, I'm not that familiar with the musical).
Oh no! Sorry to hear that the show was cancelled. But yes that rotating thing is pretty crucial for the set so not surprised they had to cancel it. 😔 glad to hear you found my review useful, it’s a fun show to watch so hope you enjoy it!
Definitely the musical of the year - if you only get to see one musical this year - make it this one (if there are any affordable tickets left!). Imelda is a force of nature!
I agree! One of my favourites I’ve seen this year!
This one and Starlight Express...two must sees for 2024!!!
@@benedictlam7582 you are literally predicting my next video! I went to see Starlight last week and was blown away!
I saw Dolly on Friday and then starlight yesterday...feel like I've been to a music(al) festival and still buzzing today. I'm going to do insta reel of starlight tonight. It was such a spectacle and fantastic in its own way (completely different to Dolly of course) :)
@@benedictlam7582 haha love that! we are on a very similar theatre schedule! :)
I love KmK and this is an outstanding production. Of course it is not modern, it's from 1948, why would everything have to suit our time?
I agree with you that this is a good production but I just couldn't relate to it and I think that was the missing piece for me personally which made me not love it despite it being a good production with a stellar cast.
Imelda Staunton, you’re just fabulous. I’ve seen this show 3 times already and I’ve more tickets! Actually the whole cast is wonderful, I loved Andy Nyman as Topol, not so much so as Horrace Vandergelder.
That’s amazing! Can’t believe you’ve already managed to see it 3 times. I will definitely try see it once again. ☺️ so glad to hear you’ve loved it so much!!
Who is this review aimed at, 5 year olds?
And as per usual, not one mention of the Orchestral musicians sat down in the pit, playing 8 shows per week !!!
You are so right! The orchestra for Hello Dolly was exceptional and I can’t believe I didn’t mention that in my review in more detail. I was absolutely amazed by how beautiful they sounded.
I went twice already, I LOVE that they included "Just Leave Everything to Me" which is not usually (maybe never before) in the musical and was written for Barbra Streisand when she did the movie. Overall, I liked that this production is closer to the film than previous theatre productions. You can notice that in the voice arrangements, choreographies and the personality of some characters. I am so happy they didn't fall into the "iconic" moments and costumes and they went for something different, which makes it so refreshing.
Twice already? Wow! Is this one of your favourite musicals? So glad to hear you enjoyed it so much! It’s a fantastic show 😍
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial It is not one of my favourite musicals but I have booked in advanced for Tuesday and then my friend asked me if I wanted to go on Wednesday and we found excellent tickets so why not 😀
@@butacabrown haha amazing! Love that!
If you are looking for theatre inspiration, here are other shows i've seen in 2024: kzread.info/head/PLSHIWCqKnU0Dyosa7_EAC8ZeS1jBih2_4&si=sjr6iW-8TgxG8wvm
Thanks so much for tuning in 💜 check out the rest of my London theatre reviews here: kzread.info/head/PLSHIWCqKnU0Dyosa7_EAC8ZeS1jBih2_4&si=sjr6iW-8TgxG8wvm
Spiderman vs Kingkong
I cannot wait to see this, I know this will be a tough watch but I really think that this is what theatre can do, bringing a lens to sensitive issues, with superb acting
When are you seeing it? It closes in August so be quick to grab tickets. Denise is unbelievably good! Definitely a tough subject but the story's brilliantly executed.
I’m so excited to see this in a few weeks time, it’s brilliant that such stories can be used through a musical 😊
It's a fantastic show! I really hope you enjoy it. 😊
I saw imelda Staunton in follies and she was brilliant, I cannot wait to see her on Wednesday, this is not normally my type of show but I know she will carry the show, plus the great orchestra will really bring an additional level of sound.
So exciting you are seeing the show on Wednesday! Totally, I felt the same but really loved it as you can see. ☺ looking forward to hearing what you think!
Goin on the final night cos I knew she’d definitely be at that performance 😂
Haha that’s for sure! ☺️ hope they extend it tho!
If you have seen "Wall-E" you've probably heard two of the songs from "Hello, Dolly!" being sung in that film.
I highly recommend that anyone wanting to learn the history of Hello, Dolly! start this video at 1:08, as the camera pans down the story of how a British one-act play written in 1835 evolved into a smash Broadway musical in 1964. (You'll need to stop-and-start, but the whole text is in focus.) Michael Stewart's book for Hello, Dolly! stays remarkably close to the characters and plot in Thornton Wilder's The Matchmaker, including -- remarkably -- that three of the characters have lost their spouses (Dolly Gallagher Levi, Horace Vandergelder and Irene Molloy) and are looking to marry again. Wilder loved the old theatrical farces of his youth, with all their plot contrivances, and Jerry Herman's music and lyrics evoke the effervescent spirit of vaudeville superbly.
Definitely my favourite show of the year, and pretty much jumped into my all-time top-five shows ever. You're so right about Imelda Staunton, she was nigh on perfect. And the sets, the production, everything. Perfect!
That's such a high praise! I'm so glad to hear you've had a great time and share my opinion! Such a fantastic production! 😊
Looking forward to seeing this next month at my favourite theatre, the beautiful London Palladium, The 1969 film version is incredible and well worth watching one of the most expensive movies ever made due to the sets 😀🎵
I need to watch it! I knew very little about it but am totally hooked now. ☺️ hope you have the best time!
It's "Eleanor Worthington-Cox", not Elizabeth.
@@hamzajahanzebuk 🤦🏻♀️ I stand corrected. Thank you for spotting that - I will add a note to correct it.
just saw this last friday - top 10 production of all time...I'll be really surprised if it doesn't also move back to Broadway at some point (when I'll see it again!). can you believe I almost went to Kiss me Kate instead of this? yikes crisis averted.
Love this!! That’s a really high praise! So glad to hear you’ve enjoyed it and agreed - better choice than Kiss me Kate 😂 (not to diss that production but think it’s completely different vibe).
I saw this when it was at the Donmar and it blew me away. It's not the type of thing that would normally appeal to me but it brought tears to my eyes several times. All the cast are fantastic and a certain plot point caught me completely by surprise. The set looks pretty similar to when it was at the Donmar. The central unit there turned round at times there, I don't know if it still does at Wyndhams. I would love to see it again but living far away from London there are too many other plays, etc that I want to see to be able to fit this in to my visits. I would urge other people to see it even if the subject doesn't appeal as it is well worth it.
Ahh I bet seeing this at Donmar was pretty special. Yes - the central point turns a bit so it sounds like it's very a very similar set up to how it was before. Given that the cast is the same, I think what you've experienced in Donmar is very close (if not better) to the West End transfer so totally appreciate you might want to prioritise other shows. ☺
I come to London twice a year for work and cram in the shows, I'm so glad I saw it recently. I saw about 20 shows in London last year and it has been my fav seen so far, the cast is just so exceptional, as is the musical direction.
I'm so glad to hear you've enjoyed this show and you managed to see it when you visited London! Wow - 20 shows in two visits is amazing, well done! Hope you get to see some great new shows this year too!
I also saw this about a month ago. And I think I felt much the same as you having come off Burnt City. I had to work to think of it as an interesting contrast to Burnt City (small & intimate vs massive and overwhelming, specific and controlled vs an experience unique to each visitor etc) rather than directly measuring the one against the other. I think it’s lovely though. A very dreamlike little mysterious treasure that I’m glad I experienced.
I totally share your opinion. I can't say I didn't enjoy Viola's Room but having experienced the Burnt City, it was hard not to expect more of it.
This musical gets rave reviews all over the place. I think I have to move up my 'to watch' list 😃 Great review as always.
It’s worth it! It’s a pretty special watch, especially with the current cast. Hope you manage to see it! 😊 and thank youuu!
@@KristinaEmilyOfficial Went last night. Great show, but I was a bit underwhelmed by the ending. Seemed a bit rushed. Really good voices though and strong narrative.
@@Armadillo312 glad to hear you've mostly enjoyed it by the sounds of it. The cast is definitely the highlight for me too, and yes I'd agree that the narrative is really strong with some really incredible numbers!
I'm guessing this is in your house but if you told me this was a karaoke booth i wouldn't be surprised! you created a cool mood with that light :D
@@jackwhite5546 ha! Wish this was in my house - it’s a studio I book to practice and it has this funky light setting. Wanted it to be a bit extraterrestrial 👽
@KristinaEmilyOfficial ahh that's really cool! I feel like it wouldn't be too hard to set that up at yours too, I wan to find this funky light online now :p